CVE-2025-58248
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Publication date: 2025-09-22
Last updated on: 2026-04-23
Assigner: Patchstack
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| codefish | pinterest_pinboard_widget | 1.0.7 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-79 | The product does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes user-controllable input before it is placed in output that is used as a web page that is served to other users. |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2025-58248 is a Cross Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the WordPress Pinterest Pinboard Widget plugin versions up to 1.0.7. It allows attackers to inject malicious scripts, such as redirects, advertisements, or other HTML payloads, into affected websites. These scripts execute when visitors access the site, potentially compromising the website's security. [1]
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can impact you by allowing attackers to execute malicious scripts on your website, which can lead to unauthorized redirects, display of unwanted advertisements, or other harmful actions. It can compromise the integrity and security of your website, potentially affecting visitors and your site's reputation. Since the plugin is abandoned and unpatched, the risk remains unless mitigated by virtual patching or removing the plugin. [1]
How can this vulnerability be detected on my network or system? Can you suggest some commands?
Detection of this vulnerability involves checking if the WordPress Pinterest Pinboard Widget plugin version 1.0.7 or earlier is installed and active. Since the vulnerability allows injection of malicious scripts that execute when visitors access the site, monitoring HTTP responses for suspicious script injections or unexpected HTML payloads can help. However, plugin-based malware scanners may be unreliable for this issue. Specific commands are not provided, but typical steps include using WordPress CLI commands to list installed plugins and their versions, e.g., 'wp plugin list', and inspecting web traffic or page source for injected scripts. [1]
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
Immediate mitigation steps include removing and replacing the vulnerable Pinterest Pinboard Widget plugin, as there is no official patch or fixed version available. Applying a virtual patch (vPatch) provided by Patchstack can auto-mitigate the vulnerability without requiring an official update. Deactivating the plugin alone does not eliminate the risk. Users are also advised to seek professional incident response services if compromise is suspected. [1]